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Gachi Baka

The plot centers around a reformed gang member and former school dropout who later becomes a teacher at the same school

A male high school teacher who works part-time is mocked for being known as "the teacher with just a face." Despite causing bewilderment among the students, he successfully influences his students' perspectives on life. (Yahoo News; Edited by Lee C)

The setting of the narrative takes place at a made-up school that consistently sends numerous students to Tokyo University annually. Aoshi, a recent addition to the staff, takes on the role of coaching the school's baseball team. The team, consisting of only 5 members, has never achieved victory since its establishment. Aoshi and his players aim to secure a win at the Japan High School Baseball Championship.

A story unfolds about an esteemed hitting instructor who transitions into a role as a teacher at a high school. Michihiro Takabayashi spent three decades as a batting coach for seven different professional baseball teams, guiding more than 30 champions. Upon reaching 58 years old, he shifted gears to become a high school educator and forged strong connections with his students. Tragically, he succumbed to cancer before witnessing his first group of students graduate. (NHK)

Makoto Kiryu is a youthful physical education instructor working at a middle school. In her youth, Makoto was a member of a motorcycle group and left high school prematurely. After reflecting on her choices, Makoto decided to pursue higher education and eventually landed a job as a physical education teacher. While she excels in sports, she struggles with teaching dance, a mandatory subject for the students. Makoto attempts to blend in and not draw attention from her students.

Yoruno Sakura, a newcomer teacher at a part-time high school, has faced multiple challenges in her past as the owner of a bar. Despite her continuous struggles and misfortunes, she remains determined and positive. While she may come across as overly friendly, insensitive, disorganized, and careless, she possesses a kind heart and a knack for recognizing and supporting individuals with aspirations. At 38 years old, she interacts with students of different ages who share similar circumstances, ultimately making a positive impact on their lives and experiencing her own transformation.

Mikami Takashi becomes a member of Japan's prestigious government administration within the Department of Education with the intention of promoting analytical thinking abilities in students. However, he quickly discovers that the ministry prioritizes self-preservation above all else. After being assigned to a private high school through a ministry initiative, Mikami finds himself torn between his loyalty to the bureaucrats who established the system and his empathy for the educators affected by it. Leading a group of senior high school students, Mikami embarks on a mission to challenge authority and advocate for reforms within the education sector. (TBS Program Catalog)

A man without any apparent strong interests surprisingly excels in connecting with troubled high school students. Referred to as a renowned savior of struggling schools, he arrives one day to help restore order in a class that had descended into chaos. His unorthodox responses and unconventional guidance to students not only surprise the teachers and staff, but also leave the troubled students themselves taken aback.

Asakura Harumi, a music teacher in high school, and Kyoji Hiyama, a manager at a cabaret, initially clashed due to their differing circumstances. However, they eventually found themselves drawn to each other and fell in love. Unbeknownst to them at the time, they were actually half-siblings. Upon learning the truth, Kyoji lashed out in anger and despair, while Harumi sought to be closer to him. Despite the initial harmony, Kyoji's past sins began to affect Harumi's mental health. Unaware of the true extent of the harm he had caused, Kyoji remained by her side as her condition worsened.

The upcoming season will showcase Kinpachi Sakamoto's dedication as a teacher who experiences the ups and downs alongside his 25 students, who also mature through the process. They will navigate challenges such as preparing for university entrance exams, navigating complex relationships with family, educators, and peers, and managing their hopes and setbacks.

After deciding to leave her teaching job to prepare for her upcoming marriage, Haga Ineko finds herself heartbroken when her fiancé suddenly calls off the wedding. Struggling to cope, she turns to alcohol until an old acquaintance offers her a position as a substitute teacher in a troubled class. Reluctantly accepting the job, she uncovers a disturbing pattern of bullying among the students. Despite facing threats for standing up against the bullies, Ineko remains determined to protect the victims and bring justice to the perpetrators. The title "Hagane" is a clever play on her name and surname, symbolizing the strength she must embody in order to confront these challenges as an educator.

After receiving support from the children in her 4-3 class, Haga Ineko successfully passed her teacher's exam. At 36 years old, Haga, who had always been single, found herself surprised when her boyfriend and former assistant homeroom teacher, Wataru Shioda, proposed to her. As she admired the engagement ring he had given her, she couldn't help but feel a sense of happiness. The dynamics in Haga's classroom changed when a new student named Tao, whose parents had been deported from Japan for entering illegally, was transferred in. Despite Tao's resentment towards Japan, Haga showed her love and care for him as one of her students. However, Tao faced challenges with some classmates, including Marii Kikuta, while others like Hiro Ebita and Airi Nakano tried to reach out to him. Unfortunately, Tao rejected their efforts and ended up being isolated, with rumors circulating that he had stolen something. The situation escalated as Tao became a target of bullying. Determined to break through to Tao, Haga decided to visit his previous school and speak with his former classmates.

Upon starting his new position at a high school, Gota Araki is designated as the homeroom teacher for the notorious 2nd Year, Class C. The students in this class are known for their violent behavior and lack of respect for authority. Despite being physically attacked by his students on his first day, Gota Araki chooses not to retaliate. He is determined to connect with the students and help them overcome their troubles, only to realize that they are more troubled than he initially thought. In a bid to make a difference, Gota Araki decides to unveil his mask. The question remains: will it be strength or compassion that leads to a positive change in his students? Inspired by the manga series "Kamen Teacher" created by Tooru Fujisawa.

Fukushima Mitsuru, a financially struggling individual, discovers the body of Fukushima Mitsuko, a deceased female teacher who bears a striking resemblance to him, while contemplating suicide in the Jukai forest near Mt. Fuji. Mitsuko appears to have been affluent based on her belongings left behind. Mitsuru decides to start a new life by impersonating Mitsuko, even though he faces challenges at his new job as a high school teacher surrounded by unruly students. Despite his initial intentions to escape, Mitsuru inadvertently ends up helping to reform the students due to a misunderstanding. Another issue arises for Mitsuru as he continues his masquerade as a female teacher, as the risk of being exposed as a cross-dressing male looms over him. Despite his moral struggles, Mitsuru grapples with his own desires and fantasies on a daily basis. This story is adapted from the novel series "Debusen" by Ando Yuma and illustrated by Asaki Masashi.

An 18-year-old student in her third year of high school lacks self-assurance and faces challenges in defining her identity amidst external influences. (Beautylabo.jp)

After turning 50, Ozu faced a significant challenge in his life. While serving as the manager of a branch of his bank in New York, Ozu was instructed to engage in illegal transactions. He was eventually apprehended for his involvement in these activities and was taken into custody. Upon his release from prison, Ozu returned to Japan to discover that he had lost everything he had worked for: his career, reputation, family, and possessions. All that remained were his expensive suits and the stigma of being a former convict. Ozu found a temporary position as a teacher at a private high school in Tokyo. However, there was a major issue - he despised children. In fact, his misanthropy ran so deep that he struggled to see others as human beings. This made teaching impossible for him. To complicate matters, the students at the school had lost their drive. Ozu was unable to connect with the children, nor was he receptive to learning from them. This narrative is portrayed with a humorous twist as Ozu and his students navigate through tumultuous yet amusing experiences, leading to valuable lessons learned by Ozu.

Koichi Kawato has recently taken on the role of teaching Japanese Literature at Futakotamagawa high school, a school known for its troubled baseball club. The club, made up of troublemakers and bullies, was banned from competitions for a year after a violent incident during a game. Kawato soon realizes that the remaining club members are more interested in women, smoking, and idleness. With his guidance, they set their sights on the Koshien high school baseball tournament. However, the journey to Koshien is filled with challenges and obstacles.

In April of 2018, a female student named Kawase Haruka joined the baseball club at Tochigi Prefectural Kanuma High School as a player. Despite her friend Mogi Mayu's suggestion to enjoy her high school life instead, Haruka dedicated herself to practicing hard with the boys. She worked alongside her classmate Sonoda Harumichi, refusing to let her gender hold her back. However, as a female player, Haruka faced a barrier in her dream to compete in the prestigious Koshien tournament due to high school baseball rules. In 2020, the cancellation of the first Koshien tournament post-war due to the pandemic hit Haruka and her classmates hard. Despite losing their motivation, Haruka continued to train diligently on her own. Moved by Haruka's determination, Sonoda and his friends decided to support her in finding a way to compete in official matches, even if it meant breaking the rules.

The plot bears a strong resemblance to the TV show 3 nen B gumi Kinpachi Sensei, but with some typical characters added in. There is a stubborn father who runs a ramen shop, his strong-willed daughter Motoko who works as a teacher and dislikes Sakuragi, and a distant older sister who has been cut off by their father. The father is now renting out the older sister's room to Sakuragi. Motoko and Sentaro's coworker, Onodera, has a significant Oedipus complex.

Onizuka returns to his alma mater in Shonan, Japan as a substitute teacher. While there, he encounters challenging situations such as a student's pregnancy and another student's school refusal. Throughout his time at the high school, Onizuka's background is uncovered by individuals who were acquainted with him in the past.

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Sanada Kohei, a student in his third year of junior high school, faces bullying from his peers and grapples with challenges in both his academic and family life. To find comfort, he dedicates himself to nurturing potted flowers within his room. After cycling through ten different tutors, Kohei encounters Shunsaku, a former hip-hop artist who has now taken on tutoring. Shunsaku's unique and firm methods assist Kohei in undergoing a significant change.

A group of girls nearing graduation in high school discover that their homeroom teacher is facing a terminal illness. He pens individual letters to each of them, offering guidance without explicitly stating the details. As they navigate challenges during their final year, these letters serve as a source of support, helping them overcome personal obstacles and fostering personal growth and strong friendships.

A 35-year-old former high-ranking corporate employee has taken on the role of principal at a private high school that is experiencing challenges with its management.

At the age of 18, will Na Ri experience her first taste of love? First love, aspirations, and companionship. The realm of young women entering adulthood, filled with both joy and heartache. (Naver)

In this amusing school comedy, the main character is not a youthful and lively teacher or a trendy student. Instead, it is an elderly man with hearing difficulties who finds himself in a challenging situation at the deteriorating Emperor Gakuen high school, a hub for troublemakers. When he is placed in charge of the senior class 3-D, the delinquents find it hard to continue their mischief at their usual pace due to the old man's slow reactions. Despite their efforts to push him to the limit in each episode, the old man always manages to come back to life at the riverbank of the Acheron after facing near-death situations. What will happen next in this elderly man's school journey? Join in on the laughter, tears, and relaxation as this laid-back old man navigates through the chaos of this simple school comedy.

The story delves into the past of Seiji Hasumi, a high school teacher, revealing the disturbing aspects of everyday life.

In a girls-only high school, Shuko Ikematsu and her dear friend Yuko Mizobuchi are facing a shortage of members in their musical theater club

Asakura, a low-ranking high school student, was chosen to be part of the school festival organizing committee. His goal is to date Ito Mayumi, a popular girl at school, in order to break down social barriers. The plan to dismantle the social hierarchy was progressing smoothly until an unexpected incident occurred, leading to an unforeseen turn of events. Thus begins the tragicomic tale of a peculiar class upheaval.

At a prestigious high school near the ocean, senior students are fully focused on preparing for college entrance exams starting in late summer. One day, a unique teacher named Sakutaro Sakurai joins the school known for its academic rigor. Sakutaro's past is shrouded in mystery, leaving students puzzled by his unconventional methods and direct approach. Despite initial hesitance, Sakutaro persistently offers support and guidance, eventually earning the students' trust. Through his encouragement and wisdom, he teaches them the importance of living in the present moment, a message that gradually resonates with his students.

The narrative follows a teenager who joins the realm of track and field. (Tokyograph) Taken from the book "Isshun no Kaze ni Nare" by Sato Takako.

One unexpected day, Misaki, the top hostess at a club in Roppongi, finds herself becoming a high school teacher. Surprisingly, she is assigned as the homeroom teacher for Class 2Z, a unique class known for its unruly students. Despite the challenging situation, Misaki confronts the students with her unwavering positivity and determination, never backing down. This story is adapted from the manga "Misaki Number One!!" by Fujisaki Masato.

Taking place in the not-so-distant future, a high school places a strong emphasis on safeguarding privacy. Both teachers and students remain anonymous. A group of 21 female high school students find themselves confined in a classroom, with their every move broadcasted live worldwide. The key to their escape lies in garnering numerous positive ratings from the audience.

The tale of "Yuriko-sama" has been passed down through generations at Yurigahara High School, where she is believed to bring misfortune to those who defy her rule. To become a "Yuriko-sama," one must bear the name Yuriko. As a new school term begins, a new battle for the title of "Yuriko-sama" unfolds. Shimakura Mizuki, a close friend of Yasaka Yuriko, rises to the challenge of uncovering the truth behind this legendary figure. (

Kamiya Utako's challenging family background and past trauma have hindered her ability to look ahead to the future since she was young. Upon starting high school in the spring of 2019, Utako bonded with five classmates and together they established a group named "Fanfare" to share their aspirations and dance. The narrative revolves around a group of high school students navigating through obstacles and dangers as they strive to build connections with one another. (DramaWiki)

The seventh season of this long-running series is now airing, marking its 25th year on television. Kimpachi Sakamoto will once again face challenges and issues with the new class. As the year progresses, valuable lessons that cannot be purchased with money will be learned. In the previous season, Sakamoto clashed with Principal Chida regarding teaching methods, resulting in his removal from the Board of Education. However, he has returned to teaching at Sakura Middle School. The school is currently dealing with a rise in youth crime, along with issues such as drug use and sexually transmitted diseases. Kimpachi finds himself back in a chaotic school system, ready to tackle new problems and deliver important messages. Stay tuned for updates on the developments in class 3B over the next six months. (TBS)

Fuji TV dedicates its late-night time slot for innovative projects. The ensemble consists of emerging talents from the entertainment industry, ranging from established figures to newcomers seeking their television debut. The content of the shows is tailored to appeal to a youthful audience.

During the day, Takakura Yuko works as a regular chemistry teacher at a well-known government-run preparatory school. However, when night falls, she transforms into a heroic educator who tackles a range of challenging problems plaguing the school grounds. These issues go beyond simple disputes and include bullying, illicit relationships, drug use, and mind-altering substances. Takakura's approach is straightforward - she believes in fighting fire with fire. Alongside her colleagues, the classics teacher Uchida Sumire and the art teacher Fujii Aya, she is not afraid to bend the rules and even demand payment from those seeking her help. Despite their differences in personality and interests, the trio share a strong bond and work well together.

Upon transferring to a school in Gunma Prefecture, high school student Nori Kamitsuki was taken aback by the noticeable cultural distinctions. Nori finds himself smitten with his classmate Kyo Shinooka, yet she remains loyal to her roots and declares her preference for dating someone from Gunma. To compound matters, Nori becomes embroiled in a confrontation with the rival prefectures of Tochigi and Ibaraki.

A comedic series taking place in a school during the 1980s revolves around a subtle rivalry between teachers and students over who gets to enjoy the school-provided lunch.

A fictional school known as Tokyo Metropolitan Water Exchange Academy focuses on providing education in water trade, specifically in the nighttime entertainment industry. Ishiwata Naoki, currently job hunting, lands a teaching position at this unique school.

A theatrical piece that explores issues related to bullying, violence in schools, and similar topics. (HanCinema)

Takayanagi is an enigmatic high school teacher who instructs on ethics. Despite the facade of innocence maintained by his students, they grapple with issues such as bullying and self-harm. Takayanagi imparts philosophical concepts and ethical principles to his class. While the textbook may come across as dull, the teachings of historical figures like Socrates inspire the students to confront their personal challenges and navigate through life.